1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
