1984 Seat Ronda vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Seat Ronda | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Ronda | Belmont |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |