1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 16 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 330 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 1997 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 1997 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Plymouth | Seat |
| Model | Prowler | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
