1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 9 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Prowler | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Prowler | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
