1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Prairie | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
