1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
