1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 13 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 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 11 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Pintara | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
