2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ibiza | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |