1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 687 kg more than 1997 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Aurora | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
