1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prairie | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
