1984 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 132 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar.
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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Telstar | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
