1982 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 911 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Patrol | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
