2009 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 269 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
