1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 382 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Publica 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 1969 Toyota Publica. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Publica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
