1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda.
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, 2000 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda. 2000 Dodge Neon 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. 2000 Dodge Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | Ronda | Neon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
