1986 Nissan Prairie vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 26 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 495 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Prairie | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Prairie | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
