1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 802 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2011 Cadillac DTS 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. 2011 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | Toledo | DTS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
