1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 258 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Prairie | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
