1982 Seat Ritmo vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ritmo | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ritmo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
