1985 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Seat Cordoba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2003 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
