1988 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
