1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 360 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Valiant | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
