1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 980 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Riviera 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 1973 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Riviera | Toledo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 518 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |