2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
