1985 Volvo 780 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 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 1985 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780. 2008 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1985 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1985 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volvo 780 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | 780 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
