1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 863 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic. 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Prairie | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Prairie | Stavic |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |