1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 9000 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
