1992 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 8 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 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, 1992 Ford Escort (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
