1983 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | LN | Ronda |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |