1990 Nissan Pintara vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 175 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 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Pintara | SX4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2499 mm |