1981 Saab 900 vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Saab 900 | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
