1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 20 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 76 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Pintara | Nano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
