2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 17 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. 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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | HHR | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
