1984 Renault 18 vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Seat Cordoba is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
