1998 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more 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 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |