1999 Lotus Elise vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (136 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 349 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus Elise. 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elise | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
