1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 314 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Prairie | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
