2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 178 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.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tiburon | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
