1989 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 58 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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
