1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara is newer by 17 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, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2006 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Prairie | Antara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
