1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 769 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Volante | Toledo |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |