1985 Ford Orion vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Ford Orion.
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, 2000 Seat Cordoba (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Orion | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Orion | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |