1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 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), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 375 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Prairie | Primera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
