1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
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, 1990 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
