1988 Renault 21 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 21 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 21 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |