2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Vento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
