1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 109 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
Because 1982 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 1982 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 944 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |