1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Toledo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2600 mm |