1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2012 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Seat | Dacia |
| Model | Ibiza | Logan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
