1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1998 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Cordoba | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
