1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 21 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Prairie | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
