1986 Opel Senator 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 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 263 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 1986 Opel Senator 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 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Senator | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Senator | Toledo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |