1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1124 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 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ronda | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
