1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 13 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 (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew 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 1998 Nissan Crew. 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, 1998 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Prairie | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Prairie | Crew |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |