2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 243 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Cordoba | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |