1993 Proton Persona vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 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 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Persona | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
