1990 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 606 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
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 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 460 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | 460 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
