2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 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, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 407 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Doblo | Prairie |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |