1972 Ford LTD vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 638 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 1972 Ford LTD 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 1972 Ford LTD. 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 1972 Ford LTD 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. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | LTD | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2480 mm |