1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 218 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Taft 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Taft | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |