1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | GTO | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6546 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |