1998 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
