1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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. Both 1989 Nissan Pintara and 2011 Hyundai i30 are equipped with a 1,974 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 211 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Pintara | i30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
