1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
