1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 656 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Because 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Continental | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
