1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 407 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Pickup | RL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
