2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 21 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ikon | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
