1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 675 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 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat Ronda | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Ronda | S60 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |