2009 Acura TL vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 970 kg more than 1981 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1981 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1981 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | TL | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
