1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1123 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pintara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
