1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Patrol | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
