2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | YRV | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
