2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1212 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2520 mm |
