1993 Seat Toledo vs. 1990 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo.

Because 1990 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo. 1990 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Seat Toledo 1990 Ford Falcon
Make Seat Ford
Model Toledo Falcon
Year Released 1993 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3157 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3250 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2800 mm


 

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