1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 496 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 2009 BMW 525. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Prairie | 525 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
