1986 Nissan Santana vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana.
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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Santana | 2003 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Santana | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
