1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1999 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 515 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 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Prairie | Outback |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
