1978 Renault 18 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 46 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 18 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 18 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |