1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 23 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5680 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 125 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |