1993 Seat Toledo vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Seat Toledo 1998 Subaru Legacy
Make Seat Subaru
Model Toledo Legacy
Year Released 1993 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 74 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm


 

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