2008 Acura TSX vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
