1990 Renault 21 vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 21 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |