1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fairlane | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2600 mm |
