1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 157 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 626 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
