1997 Seat Toledo vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo. 1994 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Toledo | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Toledo | V8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
