1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 586 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elise | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
