1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Toledo | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
