2002 Seat Toledo vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 541 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina. 1992 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Toledo | 1992 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Toledo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
