1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 575 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ronda | Previa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
