1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 19 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Cruze weights approximately 49 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2001 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Ronda | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
