1990 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
