1997 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 150 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.
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, 2012 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Toledo | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Seat | Dacia |
Model | Toledo | Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2673 mm |