1991 Seat Toledo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 4 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Polo. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Polo |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |