1990 Opel Senator vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 538 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Senator | Toledo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |