1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 9 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
