1994 Mazda 121 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 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Mazda 121. 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 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 121 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 121 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
