2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 562 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1979 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Nissan Armada 1979 Seat Ritmo
Make Nissan Seat
Model Armada Ritmo
Year Released 2009 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 1197 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1990 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2460 mm