2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 23 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, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1986 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Seat Ronda weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Seat Ronda. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Cuore | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
