2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 260 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 1978 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 1978 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | 260 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
