2008 Seat Toledo vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Toledo | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Toledo | Torana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
