1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 194 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
