1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
Because 1977 Volvo 66 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 1977 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
