1978 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 152 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 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 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 818 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 818 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |