1994 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |