1990 Nissan Pintara vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Pintara | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Pintara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
