1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Nissan Prairie is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Prairie | 505 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
