1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 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 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Toledo | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Toledo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
