1997 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2004 TVR Tamora 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 2004 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Toledo | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Toledo | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
