1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 302 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charmant | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |