1981 Nissan Cherry 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 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cherry | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
