2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 924 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Murano | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
