1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1984 Nissan Prairie is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Prairie |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |