1987 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Lancer | Toledo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |