1992 Opel Calibra 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 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Calibra | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Calibra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
