1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 11 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
