1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 140 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 1985 Alpine V6 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 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | V6 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
