1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
