1998 Kia Potentia vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Potentia 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 1998 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1998 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Potentia | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |