1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 12 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 368 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Toledo | S40 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |