1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 36 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Skyline | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Skyline | Toledo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |