2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Bantam weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
