1982 Seat Ritmo vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 985 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 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Seat Ritmo | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Ritmo | Korando |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |