1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 16 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prairie | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
