1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Sierra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |