2006 Seat Toledo vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 446 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Toledo | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Toledo | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
