1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1983 Nissan Prairie is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Prairie | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Prairie | 1600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |