1996 Honda Today vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Today | Prairie |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |