1990 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 398 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Electra | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |