2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Ibiza | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
