1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Seat Toledo

To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 825 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick Skylark 1993 Seat Toledo
Make Buick Seat
Model Skylark Toledo
Year Released 1970 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5723 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 5430 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm


 

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