1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Seat Ronda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 305 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
