1990 Nissan Pintara vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Pintara | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pintara | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
