2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 26 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1556 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 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Navigator | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2460 mm |
