2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 505 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 2000 Alpina B3 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 2000 Alpina B3. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Alpina | Nissan |
Model | B3 | Prairie |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |