1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 20 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 561 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Prairie | V50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
