1982 Ford Orion vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Orion | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Orion | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
