1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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, 2012 Audi A5 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Pintara | A5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
