1989 Nissan Vanette 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 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Because 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 Nissan Vanette. 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Vanette | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Vanette | Toledo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2520 mm |