2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 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 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
