1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
