1987 Honda Legend vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 7 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 1987 Honda Legend 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. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Legend | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
