1979 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
