1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Seat Toledo

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Caprice and 1991 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 893 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 1991 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 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1991 Seat Toledo
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Caprice Toledo
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1057 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm


 

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