1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 990 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Bravada | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
