1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 20 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Prairie | 407 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
