1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 28 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 290 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 2010 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Prairie | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2636 mm |
