1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Century (109 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
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 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century. 1992 Buick Century 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. 1992 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Seat | Buick |
| Model | Cordoba | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2662 mm |
