1990 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 199 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
