1999 Seat Toledo vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Toledo | Carlton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |