2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 27 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ronda. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1828 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat Ronda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ronda. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Land Rover | Seat |
| Model | Defender | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
