1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 500 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 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
