1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 579 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.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Prairie | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
