1986 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 727 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault 4 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 4 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |