1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 195 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 2010 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Prairie | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
