1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 830 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 2010 Kia Sedona 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. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Pintara | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3020 mm |
