1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1834 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo, 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1980 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
