1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 925 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Prairie | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
