1984 Renault 18 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 18 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
