1988 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1988 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Omega | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
