1982 Seat Ritmo vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1982 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1982 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Seat Ritmo | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ritmo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
