1984 Ford Laser vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 2 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Laser | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
