1981 Seat Ronda vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 908 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat Ronda | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | Ronda | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
