2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1968 Volvo 120 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 1968 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Toledo | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |