1985 Seat Ronda vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Seat Ronda | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ronda | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |