2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 34 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 1992 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
