1990 Lada Samara vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. 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, 2003 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Samara | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Samara | Toledo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |