1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 20 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 300 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prairie | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
