2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 311 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Silverado | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2460 mm |
