1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Taunus | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |