1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 323 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |