1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 17 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 605 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 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Prairie | Baja |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
