1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 273 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 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Prairie | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Prairie | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |