2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
