1994 Seat Toledo vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Because 1978 Volvo 164 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Toledo | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | 164 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3350 mm |
