1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Taurus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
