1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Prairie | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Prairie | Celica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2562 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |