1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Seat Cordoba is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Gran Torino | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
