1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 643 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 1981 Dodge Mirada 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 1981 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Mirada | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |