1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1987 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | Model F |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
