1992 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Sierra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |