1988 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 182 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.
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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Legend | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |