1998 Seat Ibiza vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 680 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Ibiza | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Previa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
