1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Prairie | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
