1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Camry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
