2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |