1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger 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 71 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 1973 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1973 Steyr Haflinger 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 | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Prairie | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1510 mm |
