2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2460 mm |
