1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Opel Commodore 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 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Opel Commodore 2005 Seat Cordoba
Make Opel Seat
Model Commodore Cordoba
Year Released 1980 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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