2003 Seat Toledo vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1980 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Toledo | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Toledo | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |