1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Seat Ronda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Trans Am | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
