1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 198 kg more than 1993 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
