1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 535 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ronda | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
