1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 778 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 209 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 | 1016 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2919 mm |
