2004 Kia Cerato vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 295 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.
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 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Cerato | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
