1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 988 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
