1985 Seat Ronda vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 19 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Ronda | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Ronda | Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
