1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1480 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Prairie | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Prairie | F-150 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |