1993 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 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 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
