1978 Seat 124 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
