2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 1979 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Cordoba | 1979 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
