2004 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
