1992 Lada Samara vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara.
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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Samara | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Samara | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |