2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 11 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 592 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Pintara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | VehiCross | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
