1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1987 Nissan Prairie is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1962 Skoda 1202 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 1962 Skoda 1202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Prairie | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
