2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ibiza | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
