1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 830 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 1979 Cadillac Seville 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 1979 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Seville | Toledo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |