1976 Renault 20 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 178 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20. 1976 Renault 20 has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Renault 20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 20 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 20 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |