1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie 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 60 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 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 1992 Suzuki Swift. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 1992 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1992 Suzuki Swift 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 | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Prairie | Swift |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
