1998 Rover 75 vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 1998 Rover 75 and 1998 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 75 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |