2000 Saturn SC vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC. 1989 Nissan Pintara has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Pintara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Saturn SC | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Saturn | Nissan |
Model | SC | Pintara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |