1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 41 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Prairie | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
