2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Cordoba | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Seat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cordoba | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
