1994 Holden Nova vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Nova | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
