1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Elan | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elan | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
