2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 25 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1495 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | GL | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 384 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
