1994 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 529 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan 300 ZX 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 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | 300 ZX | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
