1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 527 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 2011 Kia Sportage 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. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Prairie | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Prairie | Sportage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |