1991 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1991 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Firebird | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Ronda |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |