1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 1991 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cordoba | Nova |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
