2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo

To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1140 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.

Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Land Rover Discovery 1980 Seat Ritmo
Make Land Rover Seat
Model Discovery Ritmo
Year Released 2001 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 341 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2460 mm


 

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