1992 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Taurus | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Taurus | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
