1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 101 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pintara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
