1988 Renault 19 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 124 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
