1984 Seat Ronda vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1611 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1984 Seat Ronda has manual transmission. 1984 Seat Ronda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ronda | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ronda | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
