1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Avanti Avanti 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 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Avanti | Seat |
Model | Avanti | Toledo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |