1998 Rover 400 vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 400 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
