1998 Mazda 121 vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 121 | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 121 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |