1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 28 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat Ritmo | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Ritmo | XL7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |