1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, both 1982 Ford Thunderbird and 1982 Seat Ronda were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 556 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Thunderbird (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1982 Seat Ronda has manual transmission. 1982 Seat Ronda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Thunderbird | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
