2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 419 kg more than 1986 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | X-Trail | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
