1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 18 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 623 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 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Pintara | RDX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |