1984 BMW 725 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda

To start off, both 1984 BMW 725 and 1984 Seat Ronda were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda.

Because 1984 BMW 725 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 1984 BMW 725. 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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.

Compare all specifications:

1984 BMW 725 1984 Seat Ronda
Make BMW Seat
Model 725 Ronda
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2460 mm


 

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