1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 2013 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Prairie will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Prairie | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
