1979 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 126 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Toledo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |