2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 260 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
