1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 22 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 765 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Prairie | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
