1979 Porsche 930 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 139 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 930 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 930 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
