2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 690 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
