1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 125 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Pintara | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2548 mm |
