1979 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 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 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 486 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Toledo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2327 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |