1993 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
