1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Toledo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Caprice | Toledo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |