1995 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Seat Toledo | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Toledo | 3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |