2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 399 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
