2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 145 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 1970 Volvo 145. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | 145 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
