1985 Seat Ronda vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 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 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 667 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Viper 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 2010 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Ronda | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | Ronda | Viper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1193 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
