1995 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 577 kg more than 1995 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1995 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Ibiza | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
