1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 158 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Pintara | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Pintara | Sharan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |