2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 625 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 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Town & Country | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
