1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 212 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 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Prairie | tC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
