1995 Renault Clio 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 Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 339 kg more than 1995 Renault Clio. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Clio | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
