2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Stanza. 1982 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
