1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
