2004 Acura TL vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 603 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
