1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 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 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 41 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Pintara | C3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
