1990 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Legend | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |