2000 Kia Joice vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Joice | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
