1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 459 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 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Seat Ronda | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Seat | Porsche |
Model | Ronda | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |