1981 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1981 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-7 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
