1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Xedos 6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 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 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 1996 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | Prairie | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
