1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 780 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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Prairie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prairie | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
