1982 Renault 11 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
