1984 Nissan Prairie vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Prairie | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | RunX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
