2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
