1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 321 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ronda | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
