1984 Ford Orion vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. 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 (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Orion | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
