1996 Seat Toledo vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
