1998 Honda Passport vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1981 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Passport | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
