1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1510 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ronda | GL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3076 mm |
