1983 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Capri 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 1983 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
