1968 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Seat Ronda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Ronda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Ronda |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |