1992 Renault 4 vs. 2003 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. 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, 2003 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Renault 4 2003 Seat Toledo
Make Renault Seat
Model 4 Toledo
Year Released 1992 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 62 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 695 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2520 mm


 

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