1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Kadett | Ronda |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |