1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 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. Both 1993 Seat Toledo and 2001 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 362 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 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Toledo | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | Octavia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |