1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pintara | A4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2809 mm |
