1987 Ford Probe vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 218 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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, 1987 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Probe | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
