1990 Nissan Presea vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Presea | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Presea | Altima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
