1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Ronda weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charade | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
