1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Volare | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |