1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Seat Ronda (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
