1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 233 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
