1981 Nissan Silvia vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 154 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1981 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Silvia | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Silvia | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |