1984 Mini MK V vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, both 1984 Mini MK V and 1984 Nissan Prairie were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1984 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Mini MK V. 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mini MK V. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mini MK V | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | MK V | Prairie |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |