2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Pilot. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Prairie |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |