1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Seat | Lada |
Model | Toledo | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |