1992 Seat Toledo vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Seat Toledo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Seat Toledo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai 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 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Toledo | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Toledo | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
