1981 Nissan Sunny 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 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 378 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Sunny | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |