1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 59 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo.
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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Tempo | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Tempo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |