1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 13 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 514 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2004 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Toledo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
