2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 590 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 2000 Pontiac Firebird 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 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Firebird | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Ronda |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |