1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 407 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Sierra | Toledo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |