1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 190 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
