2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
