1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
