1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 555 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 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dakota | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
