1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda.
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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
