1996 Holden Nova vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Nova | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
