1994 Ford Tracer vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer 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 73 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tracer | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
