2005 Lexus LS vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 950 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 2005 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2005 Lexus LS 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. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | LS | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
