1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 22 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 343 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Prairie | Getz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
