1999 Renault Laguna vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
