1984 Nissan Prairie vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 28 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Prairie | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Prairie | Nano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
