1990 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 534 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
