1981 Renault 18 vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 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, 1981 Renault 18 (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 108 kg more than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
