2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
