1993 Seat Toledo vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Skoda L 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 1992 Skoda L. 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Toledo | 1992 Skoda L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | L |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |