1988 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 343 kg more than 1991 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Taurus | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Taurus | Toledo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |