1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1020 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3120 mm |
