1969 Holden Brougham vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham 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 1969 Holden Brougham. 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1982 Seat Ronda has manual transmission. 1982 Seat Ronda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Brougham | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
