1972 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1972 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Rekord | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Rekord | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |