1983 Seat Ronda vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 570 kg more than 1983 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Seat Ronda. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Seat Ronda | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ronda | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 62 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
