1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fairlane | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |