1992 Renault 19 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 11 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 146 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.
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 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
