1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 387 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Toledo | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |