2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2008 Seat Ibiza and 1985 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 114 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
