1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 288 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.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prairie | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
