1975 Renault 30 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 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 30 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
