1977 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 339 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1982 Seat Ronda (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Granada | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
