1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 23 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Nissan | Smart |
| Model | Prairie | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
