1988 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 709 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Barina | Toledo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2520 mm |