1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 14 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat Ronda | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ronda | Corrado |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |