1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota MR2 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 1989 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Prairie | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Prairie | MR2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |