1985 Nissan Stanza vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
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 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Stanza | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Stanza | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
