1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pintara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
