1996 Seat Toledo vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica. 1986 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Toledo | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |