1998 Audi S8 vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 5 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 695 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.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S8 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
