1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Prelude | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | Ronda |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |