2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1985 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Silverado | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2460 mm |
