2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Premacy | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
