2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 545 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Cervo 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 1982 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
