2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 569 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Skoda L 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 1992 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 1992 Skoda L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |