1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 577 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Ronda | C5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
