1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
