2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 329 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.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Expedition | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
