1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1963 Peugeot 404 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Prairie | 404 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
