2004 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
