2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 319 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am 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. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Grand Am | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
