1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 24 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 260 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 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat Ronda | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Ronda | Liana |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |