1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 23 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 159 kg more 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ronda | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
