1986 Saab 90 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Saab 90.
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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 90. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Saab 90 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 90 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
