1981 Renault 18 vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Seat Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1998 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
