1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
