2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
