1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Toronado | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |