1988 Nissan Prairie vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 507 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 1999 Renault Scenic (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Prairie | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Prairie | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
