1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1993 Fiat Tempra is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Tempra. 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra. 1989 Nissan Prairie has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat Tempra 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:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Tempra | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
