2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 538 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
