1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 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 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Ronda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1985 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
