1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra 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 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Sierra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |