1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 675 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Caprice | Toledo |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |