1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 781 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ronda | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
