1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 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 8 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 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 1973 Peugeot 504. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Prairie | 504 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
