1994 Saab 900 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
