1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 675 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Prairie | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Prairie | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |