2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 996 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
