1997 Seat Ibiza vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1997 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 264 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 264. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Ibiza | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Ibiza | 264 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
