1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Falcon 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 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat Ronda | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Ronda | Falcon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |