1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 758 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Pintara | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2774 mm |
