1977 Mazda Chante 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 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Chante | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Chante | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1193 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
