2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 8 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Ibiza | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
