1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 380 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ronda | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |