1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (101 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Pony | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
