1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 602 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 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Prairie | V70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
