1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1986 Nissan Prairie is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Publica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
