1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 620 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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 Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Torino | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |