1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pintara | Santana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
