2006 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
