1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 1965 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1965 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Prairie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Prairie | 912 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
