1988 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 281 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Blizzard | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Blizzard | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
