1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Seat Toledo

To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 277 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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 (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 1991 Seat Toledo
Make Ford Seat
Model Festiva Toledo
Year Released 1988 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1057 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2480 mm


 

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