2001 Honda Z vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 19 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 38 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z 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, 2001 Honda Z 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2001 | 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 | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
