1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Seat | Dacia |
| Model | Ibiza | Logan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
