1997 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Acura NSX 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 1997 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | NSX | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
