1978 Renault 18 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 27 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 397 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
