1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 451 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | Toledo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |