1982 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 1 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 260 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 80 | Ronda |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |