1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 605 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 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Blazer | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |