1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Pulsar | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Pulsar | Toledo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |