2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1980 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1275 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 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1980 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Terracan | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
