1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
