1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Seat Toledo 2012 Nissan Armada
Make Seat Nissan
Model Toledo Armada
Year Released 1991 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 2469 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3129 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 106 L


 

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