1980 Saab 900 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 18 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
