1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 28 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 235 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ronda | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3954 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
