2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 470 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
