2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Seat Ronda weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1986 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Spark | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
