1990 Ford Laser vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser.
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 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Laser | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Laser | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
