1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2000 Skoda Superb is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 386 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 2000 Skoda Superb (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Prairie | Superb |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
