1997 Ford Versailles vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1997 Ford Versailles is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Versailles.
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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Versailles | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Versailles | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
