2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 539 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 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | Ronda |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |