2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 844 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 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. 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 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJ | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
