1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 750 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Seat Ibiza | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | Ibiza | Equinox |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2857 mm |