1995 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra.
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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Astra | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |