1984 Nissan Santana vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 93 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Santana | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Santana | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
