1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 888 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Toledo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |