1991 Lada Samara vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 106 kg more than 1991 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
