2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 138 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | 360 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
