2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 426 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, 1984 Seat Ronda (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Sonata | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
