1986 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
