2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
