1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Applause | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
