1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Because 1979 Chrysler 160 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 1979 Chrysler 160. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 160 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
