2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1985 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Envoy | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
