1998 Ford Contour vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 226 kg more than 1991 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Contour | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |