1992 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 269 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Toledo | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
