1985 Seat Ronda vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Ronda (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda.
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, 1985 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Ronda | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ronda | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
