1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda RX-4 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 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-4 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
