1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 136 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Celica | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
