1998 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
