2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | TT | Prairie |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |