2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 150 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.
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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
