1995 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Toledo | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Toledo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
