1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 418 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Pintara | C5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
