1972 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 616 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Firebird | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7456 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 563 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |