1970 Opel Commodore vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Commodore | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
