1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 346 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Spirit | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
