1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 132 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Montrose | Ronda |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |