1993 Proton Persona vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Persona | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
