1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 18 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 839 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.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2009 Holden Captiva 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. 2009 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Toledo | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
