2001 Seat Toledo vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 850 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 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, 1991 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Toledo | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Toledo | 850 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |