1990 Nissan Pintara vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 486 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 2010 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Pintara | Azera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2779 mm |
