1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 51 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
