1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
