1988 Saab 900 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 900 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
