1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 465 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Prairie | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
