1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 27 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1020 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Seat Ronda | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ronda | Hilux |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |