1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 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 Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ritmo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
