1982 Pontiac 1000 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 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac 1000 | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | 1000 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |