1981 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 82 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
