1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Because 1981 Porsche 944 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 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
