1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2002 Vauxhall VX220 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 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prairie | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
