2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. Both 2000 Seat Ibiza and 1988 Subaru XT are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru XT weights approximately 41 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | XT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
