1996 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1992 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1992 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A8 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |