2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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 2007 Buick Rainier. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Rainier | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
