1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1988 Nissan Cedric 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 1988 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Cedric | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Cedric | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
