1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 100 NX | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
