1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 23 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Prairie | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
