1983 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 102 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Charger | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |