1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 161 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MX-3 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
