1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 332 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Seat Toledo | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Bora |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |