1998 Acura EL vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 6 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, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 1992 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura EL | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2560 mm |
