1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Because 1978 Chrysler Avenger 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 1978 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Avenger | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
