2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
