2005 Seat Toledo vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Toledo | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
