1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Volvo S60

To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 743 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 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2012 Volvo S60 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. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Seat Toledo 2012 Volvo S60
Make Seat Volvo
Model Toledo S60
Year Released 1991 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 479 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1016 kg 1759 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 67 L