1970 Renault 10 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. 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 (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Renault 10 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 10 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |