1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 224 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
