1996 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 15 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 109 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, 1996 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MX-3 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MX-3 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
