1994 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Toledo | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Toledo | i30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
