1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 64 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pintara | T5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
