1984 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1984 Ford Granada 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |