1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 879 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2480 mm |