2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 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 1987 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1987 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
