1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1972 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
