1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 392 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Seat | Jeep |
| Model | Toledo | Compass |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
