1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LeSabre | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
