2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 239 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (61 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 398 kg more than 1982 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Expedition | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 900 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 |
