2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 22 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 342 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
