1991 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio. 2007 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
