2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 17 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Cruze | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
