2000 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | V | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
