2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 627 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
