1972 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 55 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 Opel Admiral 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 Opel Admiral. 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Admiral | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Admiral | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |