1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
