2007 Maserati GT vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 19 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 592 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.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 2007 Maserati GT. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
