1989 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 137 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
