2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
