2002 Saturn Vue vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2002 Saturn Vue is newer by 16 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Vue weights approximately 546 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, 2002 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn Vue | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
