2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Exige | Ronda |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |