2004 Opel Signum vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 610 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Signum | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
