1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1270 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Prairie | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Prairie | Touareg |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2893 mm |