2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ronda. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1420 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 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
