1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB2 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
