1990 Renault Espace vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Espace | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
