1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
