1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 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) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Sumo 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 | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Prairie | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
