1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 19 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 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Prairie | Agila |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
