1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 24 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Prairie | EX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
