1995 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 190 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
