1987 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra.
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 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Micra | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Micra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
