1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1987 Nissan Cedric 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 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
