2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1071 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 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1980 Seat Ritmo
Make Jeep Seat
Model Grand Cherokee Ritmo
Year Released 2007 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1714 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 330 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2031 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2460 mm