1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Pintara | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pintara | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |