1995 Renault 19 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. Both 1995 Renault 19 and 2008 Seat Cordoba are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 152 kg more than 1995 Renault 19.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault 19 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
