1992 Lada Samara vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Samara | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1245 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 |
