1981 Seat Ronda vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 18 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 680 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat Ronda | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Ronda | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |