1984 Nissan Prairie vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 23 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, 2007 Nissan Note (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 265 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Prairie | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Prairie | Note |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
