1992 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
