1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang 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 1988 Ford Mustang. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mustang | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
