1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1989 Audi 100 and 2007 Seat Ibiza are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 87 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
