1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 1 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Ascona | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |