2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 154 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |