1992 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 366 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Barina | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Barina | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |