1986 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 126 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Toledo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |