1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 1990 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Ibiza | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
