1978 BMW 628 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
