1983 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Toledo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Camira | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
