1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Toledo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |