1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Prairie | Altea |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
