1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 272 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |