1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 18 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 2001 Subaru WX 01 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. 2001 Subaru WX 01 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Prairie | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
