1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1357 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 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ronda | Polo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
