2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 36 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 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (116 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-150 | Ronda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2460 mm |