1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 382 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 Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ronda | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3230 mm |
