1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1278 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 2011 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Prairie | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3129 mm |
