1982 Seat Ronda vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 30 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 507 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 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ronda | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ronda | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
