1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 272 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |