1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1985 Nissan Prairie is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | 2-Litre | Prairie |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |