2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 143 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
