1990 BMW 518 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 518 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |