1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mustang | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
