1959 AC Ace vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 84 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Ace | Prairie |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |