2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
